How to make

Step 1

Start by making a puree with the pears. Peel, core and quarter the pears, then steam until soft (approx. 20mins), either using a steamer or by placing in a colander over a pan of simmering water and covering (you could boil the pears instead, if you prefer, but steaming retains more of the nutrients)

Step 2

In a bowl, blend the pears to a smooth puree, adding some water if required (just enough to get a smooth consistency) – a hand blender will give the smoothest texture, but a food processor or blender can also be used

Step 3

Stir the butter (or coconut oil) into the warm puree to gently melt it, or if the puree is cold, gently warm together in a pan over a low heat until just melted. Then allow to cool. If you are using a premade puree from the freezer you will need approx. 250ml of puree. Allow to defrost over night, then gently warm through with the butter/oil.

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Recipe notes

These make a delicious teatime treat, tasty pudding or afternoon snack.

Keep for up to 3 days in an air tight tub in a cool place or in the fridge. Can be frozen, and defrosted in less than an hour.

You can vary the fruit along with the season – raspberries and blueberries work very well, or you can chop larger fruit into chunks, such as apricots, banana, mango etc. You can also vary the fruit puree to complement the fruit drop.

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